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Showing posts with label lal munia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label lal munia. Show all posts

Friday, January 06, 2012

My search for the Red Avadavat (Lal Munia) Mt.Abu


Today went for a hike beyond the school dam in search of the LAL MUNIA. Did not see the little blighters also my trip to Trevor's tank drew a blank; I was surprised at the quietness and the abandoned heart of the sanctuary. It seemed like the place was totally deserted, just a few jungle crows a solitary white breasted kingfisher at the water front. Even the crocodiles were not visible; I know they do estivate during the summer months, but do they hibernate? Well I’ll have to look it up.
Met ‘Charlie’ a well-known guide of Abu, with a small group of foreign tourists at the tank, he seemed to have them enthralled with the history of the place. If anyone wants an honest, down to earth guide while visiting Abu you may contact him on his mob 9414154854. He has a small web site check it out Mount Abu treks .
Now that I know that the Red Avadavat, has made its way to this abode after years, I’ll not rest till I have this beautiful bird grace the pages of my blog, tell then folks keep reading, will keep all updated on events here in Abu.
Will add a few snaps I took today tomorrow.

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Mount Abu Birds Phase VI

Green Munia place Kumurwada

Lal Munia



Taken on our mulberry tree in the garden



Feeding on the mulberries


Extremely rare to see them


Seeing them after Eons hope their presence advocates good monsoons




Female


Lal Munia female




Indian Silver Bill


Yellow Footed Green pigeon


Better camouflaged than the chameleon


How many of them can you spot?


Marsh Sandpiper


Marsh Sandpiper


Jungle bush Quail


Is it that bad?


You don’t love me anymore?